Lola Clean Freaks

Nothing is enjoyable as bringing home a new puppy. However, it’s not all about the cuteness because it also bears a responsibility that is almost as heavy as having your own child. Taking care of a young dog could be messy and it can easily get out of hand if you don’t give it enough attention. There’s a couple of things that you have to keep in mind now that you will be having a new member of the family; a high-maintenance one.

The first thing you should remember is the fact that your new buddy is a furry one, meaning you have to deal with the shedding of fur. This could be tough if you have a huge home and many furniture, carpet and pillows. Though your puppy may not be able to wander around that much yet, but the air is enough to carry the fur around. This is why it’s important to equip yourself with tools like Lola Rola Sticky Mop to help you collect and dispose of all the fur that works "like a vacuum without a cord" which may be harmful for those with allergies.

Next thing you have to worry about is your puppy’s potty training. You have to understand that it is not always immediate and you can’t force it on your puppy. So sometimes you have to accept and deal with small accidents as they are normal to all baby dogs. Just make sure that you have paddings and Anti Microbial Clean N' Wipe™ Cloths that you can use to clean after your dog’s mess. .

Also, as soon as they complete their vaccine, your puppy is now ready to explore the outside world and expect that on every trip outside, they may be carrying dirt with them inside your home. So, you have to do something about it. Make sure to clean their feet using Jumbo Microfiber Cleaning Cloth or brush their fur a little bit to remove any foreign objects or unnecessary things that can be unpleasant inside.

Ticks, fleas and other insects are very harmful to your pet. Failing to keep your puppy from these would give way to a lot of problems including diseases and even death. Know how you can prevent your young dog form having them as well as how you cure them in case. Better consult professionals such as a veterinarian on what to do and what products to use. More importantly, it's best to make sure that the surrounding is clean, so no pests can enter and hide within your home.

The safety and welfare of your furry friend depends on you. So, doing all these things is important to help in the growth of your puppy. It will also help keep the surrounding clean and well-maintained not only for your pet but also for you and your family.

I’m sure all of us are fully familiar on how to use most of the regular cleaning materials that we used to have. But are we aware that some of these have better and improved versions that can do so much more in terms of maintaining our home’s cleanliness? If you are among those who are used to cleaning with regular tools such as the mop, then you too, are missing A GREAT DEAL by not trying better products such as Lola Rola Sticky Mop!

Here we’re to discuss more about the other uses of this amazing refillable equipment that you may or may not know but are totally useful for our daily lives!

Remove cobwebs from corners or the ceiling

Cobwebs are frustrating as they are usually up high near the ceiling. Using brooms or vacuum may not be that effective and sometimes it could be messy especially when the web falls into the ground giving you another area to clean. But the Sticky Mop can help you to reach them in high corners or other hard-to-reach areas. You can use the mop to pick up the pesky webs and they will get stuck to it so they won't float or cling onto your freshly vacuumed/mopped floor. Problem solved!

Prepare your walls for paint

Worried that your painting job might not go well because of your dirty wall? Here’s a solution to your problem: The Lola Rola Sticky Mop with Extender Handle has a long handle that be used to wipe clean your walls from top to bottom removing any dust or mold. In doing this, you can make the surfaces of your walls cleaner so the paint will dry smoother.

Collect fur when your pet sheds.

One annoying problem for most fur parents is when their beloved pets shed. It could be messy as the fur easily go everywhere around the house. It’s very difficult to pick it all up by hand but with the sticky mop, you no longer have to suffer. Just use it to directly pickup every piece of fur rest assured your home will be clean again in a matter of minutes!

Find tiny metal objects

Dropped your earrings somewhere? It’s very frustrating to go down to look for it. So, here’s a simple solution, stick a magnetic sheet on the bottom of your sticky mop and you can use to it like a metal detector to track any lost metal objects. You don’t have to endure back pain anymore because it will pick the pieces directly in just a few passes.

Make Glass Surfaces and Shelves Sparkly Clean

Are your mirrors, bathroom walls and shed getting blurry or dusty? Use the sticky mop as a wiper and it will pick all the dust and dirt making your furniture gleaming once again. No need to buy new ones or use expensive yet ineffective chemicals.

Can Clean Your Car's Nooks and Crannies

The interior of your car is complicated to clean and not everything can be picked up by the vacuum. So, using the Lola Rola Sticky Mop, you can run it down around the insides of your car to collect the leftover crumbs and dirt.

The uses of the Lola Rola Sticky Mop don’t end here. But it’s time to reiterate that the Sticky Mop is refillable so it can be used over and over again as long as you have enough supply of refill. It is affordable and cost-efficient so buying it is absolutely worth it!

Marriage opens a new chapter in the life of a couple. As they are welcomed into their new home, they must adapt and adjust especially if they are doing it for the first time. One of the fundamental things that they have to learn to do together is to clean not only as a daily task in order to maintain their household but to practice for the future if they plan to expand their family. Here are some cleaning habits that partners must practice as they take another step in their lives.

A couple should spend a life filled not only with love but also with healthiness. I’m sure as newlyweds, the two have so much plans to do with their time. But, many of these won’t be achieved if they will have poor health caused by improper cleaning habits. So, here we’ll discuss some of them along with their importance and how they will affect your married life.

Laundry

Clothing is part of our essentials as humans so laundry is part of the regular tasks that we do from time to time. Now, it’s up to you as husband and wife to talk about what’s going to be your setup. It is also important to schedule a date where you will do it. So, even if you become busy, you will still be reminded of it. Piling up of clothes is not healthy not only for you but also for the clothes. They may develop irremovable stains or foul odor. 

Dishwashing

Every time you cook and every time you eat, you use your kitchenware. This is done more frequently as eating is being done daily except if you prefer doing it outside. You have to maintain the quality of your wares and appliances so cleaning them is crucial. Make sure you have reliable and effective tools such as Lola Soap Dispensing Dish Wand, Pot Brite™ Non-Scratch Scouring Sponge and Wonder Scourer™ Non-Scratch Scouring Pad to effectively clean even your most delicate kitchenware.

Food storage and preparation

Food is where you get your energy from day-to-day. Unfortunately, poor preparation is what leads to development of diseases that harms the health of us and our families so as a couple, regardless if it’s you or your husband/wife who cooks. Both of you must know how to properly handle and store your food so you won’t attract insect and you can avoid unnecessary spoilage. My tip for you is to buy only the freshest and necessary food. It should also be cleaned thoroughly before being cooked. Food like hard vegetables can be cleaned using Lola The Original Tampico Vegetable Dish Brush™ to make sure they are free from dirt and other elements.

Waste management and disposal

Every home produces waste. So, as you settle in your new home, you must know how to manage and properly dispose yours. Coordinate with the community with regards to the collection so you’ll know when you will be bringing it out practice segregation as much as possible and do measures that can limit your wastes. This will not only benefit you but also the entirety of the planet.  Secure good supply of garbage bags and use reusable cleaning tools such as Lola Wowables to limit your wastes.

General Cleaning

Doing this once in a while is important. This should include cleaning of the whole house along with all the furniture and appliances, changing of sheets and mats and organizing your things to avoid build up. This would help you identify things that should be thrown out and make things easier and faster to be found.

If you are a very busy couple and have the resources to hire people to do these tasks for you, then you can disregard these tips but, what I can say is that they may seem hard to do but some still find enjoyment in doing them. Some even treats them as a way to take a break from what they usually do at work or as a way to kill time. You may also find time to bond while doing these tasks so as part of strengthening your relationship, you might want to consider doing them. 

Having a baby soon? What a blessing! But, is your home ready for your new angel? How can you make sure he/she will be safe?

You should take note that this new chapter in your life should not only be delighted with joy but should also be treated delicately as an infant is so sensitive to surrounding elements that may be present in your home. So, it is highly advisable that you prepare your household for its new member and make sure it’s safe enough for its new occupant.

Here are some tips on how to make your home more child-friendly to make sure your new baby will have a wonderful and healthy growth within your home.

Check the Pets (If there’s any)

Family pets such as dogs and cats, can cohabitate even with babies, in fact, many families have been doing this and it is absolutely adorable. However, caution must be taken because even our dearest animals can pose threats to our newborn unconsciously. See to it that they will be checked by a veterinary if their current health and behavior is suitable around young children (free of viruses or aggression). Of course, you also have to limit or minimize your newborn’s exposure to the animal. Prepare cleaning materials such as Lola Rola Sticky Mop to deal with the fur that they have shed and Lola Dust Pan & Brush Set to pick up your animals’ other waste products.

Train the Family Members (especially the Children)

It is certain that a new baby will be loved by every members of the family. Some of them maybe too excited around the kid which may cause accidents so they must be taught of before hand how to act around the baby. Talk to one another how you will take care of the infant altogether.

Clean Common areas as well as the baby’s room

Doing a thorough clean-up is crucial as it is the key to prevent bacteria and viruses from spreading around your home especially on the room where the baby will be staying for a couple of months especially because this period is where he/she is so vulnerable. Mop the floors with Lola Mop & Broom "4-in-One" Snap In Cleaning Kit, wipe windows with Lola Jumbo Microfiber Cleaning Kit and dust windows along with other furniture and appliances with Swiffer® 360° Duster Comparable Starter kit.

Disinfect furniture and appliances

Toys, bed, door, curtains, all possible areas that might come into close proximity or contact with the newborn must be cleaned and disinfected to avoid the baby picking up diseases from them. Using Lola anti-microbial cloth is necessary to make sure every corner will be safe from harmful organisms that might cause harm not only to the newborn’s health but also yours and the other members of the family.

Practice Proper Hygiene

The parents; mother and parent who spent the most time with the young as well as the other members of the family should practice proper body hygiene because their other activities may make them carriers of diseases. Their clothes should also be washed and disinfected thoroughly. Keeping a hand soap or a hand sanitizer or alcohol is essential to disinfect hands when going near or coming into contact with the child. Wearing face masks if needed is also important.

Lola Wowables™ is a hybrid of sponge and paper towel for absorbency and cleaning efficiency. It is made reusable to end the problem with regular paper towels which produces a lot of wastes. But, aside from its original purpose, this product also offers so much more. All of us knows how important versatility is nowadays. So, here we’ll discuss the other uses of the Wowables that may be helpful in our daily living.

It Can Keep Greens and Herbs Fresh

Many green vegetables such as lettuce, herbs, chard, and other greens tend to wilt quickly even when in the fridge. But, with a moist Wowables reusable paper towel on the bag along with the veggies, their lives can be prolonged dramatically! The towel’s moisture maintains a comfortable humidity level, without keeping the greens damp and allowing them to start rotting.

It Can Help Maintain Cast Iron Skillets and Keep them from Rusting

Another major problem that we face in the kitchen is when cast iron pans and pots become rusty. To avoid this, you can use the Wowables in between of the pots and pans when you put them in the cupboard so all the moisture will be absorbed and rust would be prevented.

It Can Be Used to Clean Food

Reusable Paper towels like Wowables are perfect to be used in cleaning fresh products such as mushrooms. It’s the only way to remove all the dirt without water logging into them and ruining their flavor. It can also be used to clean delicate fruits such as grapes and berries as the texture of the towel is not too rough to damage the fruit.

It can Keep Your Cutting Board and Bowls from Sliding Around

Putting a damp towel such as the Wowables underneath the cutting board is a well-used method even by professional chefs. It gives stability to the board from sliding around so you can focus on your knife skills as you furiously chop. It also applies when whisking ingredients into a bowl. Putting the cloth will help you prevent making any mess as you mix the ingredients.

It can be used as a Pot Holder

If you don’t have any potholders around and you need to lift or transfer something hot such as pots and pans, don’t risk getting burned! Towels such as the Wowables can be used as an alternative potholder. Just make sure its dry and fold it a few times to make sure heat won’t pass through. 

You can Use it Prevent Scorch Marks on Your Table

Simply fold the Wowables towel over itself twice so it forms a neat square. Then, place it underneath your hot casserole dishes or cast-iron pans so you won’t damage your wooden tables or tablecloths. It also prevents any stains from being left into your table. Using reusable towel is practical as it can be washed and used again on other purposes so you don’t have to buy many materials all the time. 

It helps Keep Your Food Warm

Aside from keeping food fresh, the Wowables can also act as an alternative for aluminum foils. You can simply drape it over biscuits or breads to keep them from getting cold. It’s also a great way to keep bugs off the food and prevent contamination.

Another good thing about Lola Wowables is that it comes in many pieces per roll. So, you have lots to use and reuse whenever you need one. It is also multipurpose so it can help you do a lot of things. Just be careful when dealing with food. Make sure that you only use new or clean pieces on that to avoid contamination.

Childhood is a crucial stage in one’s life as it is where we learn and develop a lot of things. So, for parents who have young children, it is important that they impart not only knowledge but also discipline and other important habits such as cleaning which they can practice and can be useful in their daily lives.

So, here we will be discussing some basic and simple cleaning habits that you can start teaching your child as early as 3yrs old to start practicing him/her to become a responsible individual.

Cleaning After They Eat

Most kids will be able to eat alone as early as three without depending to their parents. But, what many of them fail to to clean the mess they’ve made after their meals. As a parent, it is important that we teach them that it is their responsibility to clean up after they have eaten. You can start by teaching them how to wipe the table with the help of Lola Anti-Microbial Clean n’ Wipe™ Cloth and to bring their used plates to the sink or dishwasher.

Making Their Beds

Another easy task that we can teach our young is to make their beds after waking up. It is as simple as organizing the pillows and the sheets. But it will be a huge progress if we will be able to teach them how to properly fold their blankets. Doing so will help them develop a disciplined attitude that they will carry as they grow up.

Maintaining and Organizing their toys (and other belongings)

Children could be messy most of the times and it is often through their toys and other belongings. We can observe that many kids just leave them wherever they want after using them. If this continues, the child brings with him/her an unpleasant behavior that could turn to something much worse. So, as early as now, we must teach them how to keep things properly and how to put our belongings back in order as a way to take care of it.

Being responsible for a household chore

Just give them one simple task for now and that would be enough. Teach them how to sweep the floor with Lola Angle Broom, take out the trash or wipe the table or windows with Lola Wowables-Reusable Paper Towels. The point of it is for them to know that they have to contribute in maintaining cleanliness at home. It will also make them feel like they are part not just of a family but of a team. You might not realize it but this could help them work not just an individual but also as a member of a group.

Worry not because your kids could still very well enjoy their childhood while you are starting to teach them simple things that will be useful for their future. Know that it’s never too early as long as it will make them better individuals as they grow up.

Another year means a new start in life. We may have lots of discrepancies on the past year but I’m sure we can still make up to it. However, this is only possible if we willingly drop all the bad cleaning habits that we had this year and start next year with better ones.

To help you with this, here we’ll discuss the cleaning habits that you must retain or start doing and those that you must learn to avoid doing for a better and cleaner 2020.

KEEP:

Utilization of spaces

Having a crowded home is not only because of too many furniture or too many people living in the household. Sometimes, it is also because space was not properly used and maximized. So, this upcoming new year, we should all learn an important lesson; that our homes could be brighter and better if we properly design it with wise allocation of space. Put out organizers and maximize the use of cabinets, drywall anchors and screws.

Cleaning regularly          

We may be busy with our daily lives doing our work, studies or caring for our families but we should not neglect our home. Doing a general cleaning once or twice a week or a month is enough to maintain the cleanliness of your home and prevent the build-up of dirt and dust. You may find Lola Whisk broom or Angle Broom useful in these kinds of tasks as they are not only affordable but also effective when it comes to intense cleaning.

LEAVE:

Hoarding

Keeping unnecessary things at your home is like literally storing trash. Why keep it if there’s no use of it anymore? It is now time to throw away or better yet make something out of the things that you have kept for years. Dig up on the piles of your belongings and see if there’s something you can dispose and then organize those that remains useful. 

Using the wrong cleaning tools and products

Your home’s protective finishes can easily be damaged by harsh chemicals while some cleaning products build-up and ruin what you're trying to keep clean. Products such as an acid-based cleaner can etch stone on marble countertops while using liquid or paste floor wax on laminate or wooden floors sealed with polyurethane will leave the finish looking dull and dirty. Without this wax, the factory-applied sealant can eventually be damaged. This goes similarly with cleaning tools which are not appropriate in your home. So, use only the best and effective.

Don’t be fooled by cheap prices or false promises. Instead, trust the proven and tested when it comes to intense cleaning. For example, instead of using the usual plastic brush with polyester bristles, you can use Lola Eco Clean™ Tampico Brush which are made out of high quality Eco-Friendly Renewable Birch Hardwood and Natural Tampico Fiber.

Forgetting the hidden spots

Many people do clean their home but fail to include the hidden areas where most dirt and dust are building up. These undiscovered areas will then be the source of other dirt and even bacteria or sickness. This is why you wonder why no matter how hard you clean your home; there’s still no change.

We can only welcome this new year with full positivity if we aim to deliver a positive change in our lives. One of the ways we can do this is to carry only the habits that will benefit us and leave those that will not. You can use products such as Lola Rola Sticky Mop or the Swiffer 360° Duster Comparable which both have long handles to reach dirt on high places or narrow gaps and corners.

For some, New Year is best welcomed with a new lifestyle, a new hairdo, or a new fashion statement.  While some celebrates it with a newly redecorated home.

Regardless of what change we want to make it doesn’t lessen the excitement that it brings to our lives. It even motivates us to go on and have a better year and to leave the bad memories of the past. But here we’ll focus and discuss more on how to reinvent our homes as welcome a prosperous and bountiful year.

Be filled with Fancy and Stylish Images

Having your favorite painting or photos posted on your walls will always be a wonderful sight every day especially if it features you and your family or friends on your most memorable and happiest moments. Of course, as you hang them, you don’t want them to be a site for a stockpile of dust. So, you should always keep them clean and shiny by wiping your frames and portraits with Lola Cellulose Sponge Cloths.

Living with Metal

You don’t have to be a fan of KISS or Slipknot for this tip to work for you because this more on integrating eclectic items with metallic finish in your home. This includes miniature sculptures, candle holders or stands with rose gold, antique silver or copper colors. Clean and keep these pieces of furniture rust and stain-free with Lola Anti-Microbial Clean N' Wipe Cloths.

Going on with some Greenery

Plants symbolize new life and growth so it is really suitable to have some if you want to have a fresh breath into your life. Putting some into your home will making more cozier, livelier and more natural. Studies also says plants can relieve stress because owning one can be compared to having a pet. But, be reminded that taking care of it is also important. Treat it as part of your daily routine study and practice how to handle and groom your plant. You also have to clean their pots and your small gardening tools to make sure you won’t injure your favorite green friend. With this, Lola Eco Clean™ Tampico Scrub Brush can be of great help; It is not only natural but also handy and effective for cleaning, buffing and polishing not only pieces of furniture but even your entire home as well!

Declutter and Organize

Most importantly, a trend that will never go out of style is home decluttering. Because out of all the things that we buy all year round, it is inevitable that some of it were no longer useful by the end of the year. So, there is a need to identify and get rid of them if they no longer serve any purpose. This is to give way for more useful things to have space in your life. So, start looking into things and pack them accordingly; you can use a crate or a basket to compile a variety of items with style. This can also help you to do some experiments on how to make your home more elegant. You might not know but this may be the perfect solution for you to find your long-lost belongings waiting to be discovered on hidden corners and piles.

Many of us things that buying new things as part of the new year is what will give us fulfilment in life. But sometimes, all it takes is to go around the house and move some things to see a better angle of the things that you already have.

It’s always exciting to be on the last month of the year while a new one approaches because this means we all have plenty of time to spend for a holiday vacation especially for those who have been working so hard the whole year.

For those are preparing to go away, regardless if it’s on a beach or a camping area somewhere it is important to think about the important things to bring because being able to bring what you really need is what will make your adventure fun and hassle-free. At this moment, I’m not referring to your diving googles or bottle of sunblock. Instead I like to mention something that might not cross your mind immediately while thinking about an ideal holiday; cleaning tools.

I know what you think; “Meh, that was inappropriate.” But hear me out first. Packing cleaning materials is essential due to several reasons such as in case you get sick, stain a piece of clothing or stay in a place that may be less clean than originally expected. So, here we will discuss some travel friendly cleaning supplies that you may want to bring along depending on to your vacation destination.

If you will be on a Camping Trip, aside from a bar or liquid soap which is important to clean your hands and avoid picking up diseases in the woods, you should also bring dish cloths such as Lola Cellulose Sponge Cloths which you can use in scrubbing dishes, utensils, and cooking gear.

Meanwhile, a small cloth like Lola Wowables can come in handy whenever you need something to wipe your hands and feet off to make sure your RV or your camping tent will be clean at all times.

Garbage bags are also essential to properly dispose wastes or carry wet clothes and laundry to the laundry mat.

Bringing a short-handled broom and mop is also a good idea especially if you are coming with an RV. So, you will be able to sweep off the particles you might have brought from the outside. You can check Lola for their broom and mop products.

Now let’s go the things that you need to bring if you plan on going to the Beach. First and foremost, a supply of stain removing hand wipes to wash off greasy sunscreen and remove stains caused by beach snacks. Good thing that Lola has Anti-microbial Clean N' Wipe™ Cloths - comparable to Clorox® Handi Wipes® for your beach getaway.

Bringing a gentle laundry soap is always relevant in this kind of vacation because it is useful in washing out salt and sand from your body, your clothing and your towels which can be made out of delicate fabrics.

Meanwhile, for those who are up for some sightseeing, a hand sanitizer is your partner as you go around visiting museums, monuments, stores and ride public transportation. If you are staying in a hotel, it is also advisable to bring some disinfectant wipes or spray because you will be coming into contact with common areas such as door knobs, telephones, etc.

Make your trip not only happy but also safe for you and your loved ones. Do not forget to bring the right cleaning supplies as they can help you in your journey to be organized and prevent diseases. You can always check Lola for cleaning products which you can buy and bring-along in your next adventure. Travel safe!